Leona Lewis

In these frenzied modern times, there are few people who can seemingly slow time and capture a nations attention for the duration of a song. But look back to the end of 2006 and Leona Lewis provided those moments every single week.

The X Factors clear favourite from beginning to end, she transcended the show, receiving rave reviews way beyond the usual confines of the TV talent contest.

Blessed with a voice of power and restraint, capable of heart stopping intensity and a playful light touch, the 22 year old from Hackney, East London was never going to be an ordinary talent show winner. Six months ago, her massive Christmas Number 1 A Moment Like This smashed the world ...

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